Engineering Co-Op Spring 2027 at Hydrite

<p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p> <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; We are a company where&nbsp;<strong>people matter</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; We are&nbsp;<strong>family driven</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; We are&nbsp;<strong>financially strong</strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team. &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Engineering Co-Op Spring 2027</strong></p> <p>The primary purpose of this position is to gain practical work experience on engineering projects.&nbsp; This position will uphold the Hydrite “Standards of Excellence” through continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external. <em><strong>This role will run from January 2027- End of Summer 2027.</strong></em></p> <p><strong>As Engineering Co-Op, primary responsibilities include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide technical analysis for projects as assigned.</li> <li>Assist in implementation of capital projects and maintenance activities, where appropriate.</li> <li>Assist with network and system diagrams, code analysis, system performance monitoring, and documentation.</li> <li>Investigate, evaluate and implement process related cost saving improvements such as waste reduction, cycle-time reduction, lower cost raw material qualification, scale-up, and shelf-life improvements.</li> <li>Investigate, evaluate and implement process related cycle time improvements such as batch process time reduction, continuous process throughput increase, pre/post-batch cleanout time reduction, and quality improvement intended to accomplish capacity generation.</li> <li>Investigate, evaluate and implement site energy reduction and/or sustainability improvement opportunities.</li> <li>Perform engineering clerical-type duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <p><strong>REPORTING STRUCTURE</strong></p> <ul> <li>This position reports to the Engineering Manager</li> </ul> <p><strong>EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><em>Enrollment in accredited university in pursuit of a <u>Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required</u>. Preferably – Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical.</em></strong></li> <li>Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.</li> <li>Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Power Point (or equivalent software applications)</li> <li>Good presentation skills preferred.</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership skills preferred. (Candidate may have opportunity to lead installation crews on capital projects)</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL BENEFITS</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Summer Kick-Off Event:</strong> A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&amp;A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite.</li> <li><strong>Learning Opportunities</strong>: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHY HYDRITE? &nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Watch this Why Hydrite video to&nbsp;find out:<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://vimeo.com/201673899">https://vimeo.com/201673899</a></p> <p><strong>WANT TO STAY CONNECTED?&nbsp; FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA</strong></p> <ul> <li>LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-">linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-</a></li> <li>Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hydrite">facebook.com/hydrite</a></li> <li>YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI</a></li> </ul> <p>Learn more about Hydrite on our website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hydrite.com/careers">www.hydrite.com/careers</a></p>